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The Academic Imperfectionist

Rebecca Roache
Mental Health
Perfectionism
Productivity
Self-Compassion
Fundamental Attribution Error
Coaching
Success
Anxiety
Goal-Setting
Self-Improvement
Personal Development
Philosophy
Imposter Syndrome
Writing
Harrison Ford
Quitting
SMART Goals
Jean-Paul Sartre
Writing Anxiety
Fear

The Academic Imperfectionist combines philosophical analysis and coaching insights to help you dump perfectionism and flourish on your own terms. Your host is Dr Rebecca Roache, a coach and Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of London.

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Recent Guests

Bethany Wilinski
Tenured associate professor at Michigan State University and Sabbatical coach
Michigan State University
Episode: #110: How to sabbatical like a pro, with Professor Bethany Wilinski
John Sellars
Professor of philosophy and expert on Stoicism
Royal Holloway, University of London
Episode: #105: Professor John Sellars on how to live like a Stoic
Kate Ahl
Therapist with extensive experience in academic settings, previously worked at Cambridge University.
Episode: #104: Kate Ahl on what academics talk about in therapy
Tony Stubblebine
CEO of Medium, former successful writer on Medium, and entrepreneur
Medium
Episode: #103: Tony Stubblebine (CEO of Medium) on how to find, build, and engage your audience
Thomas S. Mullaney
Professor of History at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: #101: Professors Thomas S. Mullaney and Christopher Rea on the absolute basics of doing research
Christopher Rea
Professor of Asian Studies at the University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Episode: #101: Professors Thomas S. Mullaney and Christopher Rea on the absolute basics of doing research
Professors Chris Ray and Tom Mullaney
Authors of Where Research Begins
Episode: #100: What I've learned about perfectionism
Professor Stephanie Dunson
Academic and writing process expert
Episode: #100: What I've learned about perfectionism
Dr. Debbie Sorensen
Clinical psychologist based in Denver, Colorado, and author specializing in burnout.
Episode: #98: Guest interview! Dr Debbie Sorensen on battling burnout

Host

Dr. Rebecca Roache
Host and coach specializing in helping individuals overcome perfectionism by integrating philosophical insights with personal development strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 214 ratings
  • Soothing truth

    Rebecca’s voice is very soothing. Love everything she has to say. Kind and wise. Thank you!-

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zioptics
    United States2 months ago
  • Best writing podcast ever

    Please listen to it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SophiaGrace411
    United States5 months ago
  • Essential listening

    A friend and colleague recommended this and I have binged almost every episode (while I probably should have been writing obviously). Incredibly useful for those of us plagued by self-doubt and anxiety that nests in our work projects. It’s even made me re-examine the conclusion that I wasn’t clever enough to study philosophy (a mere 30 years later).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    overthere1
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Helpful and thought provoking

    As an academic, I find Rebecca‘s podcast incredibly helpful. I recommend it to my PhD students and many early career colleagues. It provides a thoughtful way of reflecting on our priorities, productivity, and fear of failure and fear of missing out. Invaluable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djag2
    Australiaa year ago
  • Really Helpful!!!

    Are you a PhD student struggling to find motivation on your journey? Do you feel guilty for taking a break, even though you have so many tasks left to finish? Do you feel like an incompetent student, even when your supervisors give you positive feedback? I understand how overwhelming this can be. However, I have some good news - there is a way to tackle these challenges. I recommend listening to this amazing podcast. As a PhD student myself, I have found it incredibly helpful in keeping me motiv... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YudyH
    Australia2 years ago

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The podcast has been described as essential listening for both early career academics and seasoned professionals, providing a supportive community for facing common struggles.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and insightful approach to overcoming challenges in academic life, particularly around perfectionism and self-doubt.
The content is deemed invaluable for personal and professional growth, resonating with those who often struggle with anxiety and productivity.

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#103: Tony Stubblebine (CEO of Medium) on how to find, build, and engage your audience
Q: What can academics do to connect with people who might be interested in what they have to say?
One of the best strategies is to find a publication that's already covering a topic that you want to write about. If you submit to those publications, they'll walk you through all of the steps.
#103: Tony Stubblebine (CEO of Medium) on how to find, build, and engage your audience
Q: What qualities do you think you brought that resulted in your articles' success?
I think a lot of times, it's like hidden knowledge. You just happen to have an experience that other people didn't have, and then the world ends up valuing this hidden knowledge that you have.
#104: Kate Ahl on what academics talk about in therapy
Q: How do you think the mental health challenges faced by academics today are different from those faced in the past?
While some emotional challenges remain, the nature of academic work and expectations have changed significantly, especially regarding workload and responsibilities surrounding student mental health.
#104: Kate Ahl on what academics talk about in therapy
Q: What are the common themes you've noticed coming up in the academics you've acted as a therapist for over the years?
Common themes include anxiety, guilt, and a pervasive feeling of not being good enough, stemming from feeling different from peers growing up.
#93: Guest interview! Professor Joli Jensen on draining the drama from writing
Q: What led you to realize that this was a book that you needed to write?
I knew early on that academe was not the life of the mind and that we had this illusion that we entered a world in academia that would be writing supportive. It's simply not; instead, there are constant demands and pressures that make writing even more difficult.

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Focusing on the intersection of philosophy and coaching, this podcast addresses the pervasive issue of perfectionism, particularly in academic contexts. Through personal anecdotes and philosophical insights, the host explores themes such as mental health, self-compassion, motivation, and productivity. Listeners can expect to find practical advice on overcoming challenges like procrastination and anxiety, alongside reflections on the emotional struggles faced by those in academia. The show notably emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection and advocating for oneself, making it especially relevant for academics and professionals seeking personal growth and balance in their lives.

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